polycarbonate

noun

poly·​car·​bon·​ate ˌpä-lē-ˈkär-bə-ˌnāt How to pronounce polycarbonate (audio)
-nət
: any of various tough transparent thermoplastics characterized by high impact strength and high softening temperature

Examples of polycarbonate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The exterior materials are a mix of metal and polycarbonate, a typical arrangement for a premium S series lens. PCMAG, 20 Apr. 2024 In the face of the sun's powerful rays, regular sunglasses made of cheap plastic and polycarbonate material just aren't going to cut it. Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 8 Apr. 2024 The sound of this keyboard is a joy thanks to the way the double gasket design is mounted alongside a flexible polycarbonate plate. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 29 Mar. 2024 Soft silicone materials around the eyes and straps, and polycarbonate lenses are the best materials for kids' goggles. Ambrosia V. Brody, Parents, 14 Mar. 2024 Many white-barrel L zooms are full metal, but here Canon uses a mix of metal and polycarbonate elements for construction. PCMAG, 22 Mar. 2024 Both rolling suitcases boast a lightweight and durable polycarbonate shell, 350-degree wheels, an underside grab handle, a water-resistant laundry bag, TSA locks and Away’s signature interior compression system. Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2024 The style of the bag is pretty functional with the hardshell polycarbonate being the star of the show. Patrice J. Williams, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024 On the front is also a polycarbonate grille instead of a fabric cover. Brenda Stolyar, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

poly- + carbonate entry 1

First Known Use

1930, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of polycarbonate was in 1930

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“Polycarbonate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/polycarbonate. Accessed 27 Apr. 2024.

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